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The Core of Discipleship

People make disciples. That was the charge given to us by Jesus. And disciples aren’t made at a distance.

4 Ways to Increase Your Cultural IQ

As our world becomes increasingly interconnected, it's more important than ever to recognize and appreciate the unique perspectives that different cultures bring—and to increase your cultural IQ (CQ).

Learning to Pray With the Persecuted Church

In many parts of the world, prayer is not a habit but a heartbeat. For persecuted Christians, the most persecuted religious group in the...

How to Be a Better Decision Maker

Making good decisions in a timely fashion is an essential leadership skill. Here are ways to get better at it.

3 Critical Keys to Telling Your Personal Story

If you had 3–5 minutes to tell someone your life story or testimony, what would you say? Here are critical keys to telling your story.

Common Mistakes in Pursuing Multiplication—Part 1

If multiplication is our goal, we need to avoid making these mistakes that undermine our efforts in making new disciples.

Common Mistakes in Building Discipleship Relationships—Part 2

The purpose of our discipleship-focused relationships can often get sidetracked. Here are things to pay attention to in order to stay on track.

Common Mistakes in Establishing Disciples—Part 3

Establishing a person in the faith is an essential part of disciple making. Here are common ways we short-change discipleship.

Am I the Kind of Person ‘Sinners’ Want to Be Around?

People are meant to be with God, and like Jesus, we should be a winsome presence in their lives, drawing them back to him.

5 Words That Can Make or Break a Church

I often get asked why churches stop growing and start declining; these are the first five places I look.

Avoiding the On-Ramps to Burnout

It’s a daunting task, leading the church. Perhaps the greater challenge is leading ourselves.